Seeking muddy relief from the heat

By CHRISTINE MARTINEZ

June 17, 2009 | 12:51 p.m. CDT

4-year-old Owen Sarver, covered in mud, is ready for a dip at Stephens Lake on Wednesday afternoon. It was hot and humid after days of thunderstorms, with temperatures predicted to reach above 90 degrees. Also pictured, from left, are Lexi Hox, Brooke Bigard and Lindsey Hox.